How to get Fairtrade certified
More than 37,000 products carry the Fairtrade Mark worldwide. This label shows that each product meets our rigorous environmental, economic, and social standards—and was audited by FLOCERT, an accredited third-party auditor. By joining this global network, you are showing your customers that you are investing in the farmers and workers that grew your products and that you care about the planet.
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Get in touch with our team
The Fairtrade certification process is rigorous, but our team will be with you every step of the way. We will work with you to better understand your business and specific supply chain needs and to help you create a game plan for getting certified.
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FLOCERT application
To ensure that your supply chain meets Fairtrade Standards, you will submit a simple application with FLOCERT, the third-party auditing group we work with exclusively, along with their associated fees. Don’t worry, we can help you determine what’s best for your business—certifying your existing supply chain or tapping into one that’s already certified.
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Permission to trade
Your FLOCERT application will be reviewed. If approved, you will receive a Permission to Trade (PTT), which means you can start officially sourcing Fairtrade products. Your brand can’t use the trusted Fairtrade Mark on packaging yet, but that’s the next step!
Licensing contract
You enter into a licensing agreement with Fairtrade Canada. You are now officially able to start using the Fairtrade Mark!
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Artwork and recipe approval
Our Compliance Team will review the recipe and supply chains of the products you wish to label, making sure they were sourced from Fairtrade certified farms and meet any ingredient thresholds. The team will also help you correctly position and use the Fairtrade Mark on the packaging of your certified products.
Update your marketing materials
As you get new packaging printed, it’s time to think through the many ways that your company can amplify the exciting news that your products are now Fairtrade Certified! We can help with training and marketing support on how to talk about your Fairtrade commitment with both stakeholders and consumers.
How we can support your marketing efforts
Product launch
We are excited to partner with you to celebrate the launch of your new Fairtrade certified product!
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Ready to get Fairtrade certified?
We’re in this together. Get in touch with the Fairtrade Canada team and we’ll work with you to better understand your business, your specific needs, and help you create a plan for getting certified.